Product DescriptionWith infrared-powered PC synchronization features, polyphonic ringtones, a speakerphone and support for AT&T Wireless Internet services, the GU87 is a powerful mobile companion.
Design
The phone features a sleek clamshell design with a 132 x 176 color display with 65,000 colors. The outside cover of the handset sports a supplementary monochrome display that can display time, battery and signal strength, and more. The CIF-resolution (352x288) camera lens and self-portrait mirror is housed above this display. Most of the phone's features and on-screen menus are controlled by a five-way center button on the handset's control pad. An infrared data transmission port is supplied for synchronization with a PC or other device. Lastly, a 2.5 mm standard headset jack is provided for handsfree headsets.
Calling Features
The GU87's built-in address book stores up to 200 contacts, with additional contacts storage available on the phone's SIM card. Picture ID allows you to assign pictures to your most common callers. Similarly, a ringer ID lets you assign ringtones to callers. A number of polyphonic ringtones come preloaded and more ringtones can be downloaded from AT&T Wireless' mMode service. In addition to a discreet vibrate ringer mode, a built-in speakerphone makes handsfree conversations a breeze. Voice dialing makes calling your friends, family and associates as easy as saying their names.
Messaging, Internet and Tools
The GU87's built-in web browser lets you tap into mMode downloads and mobile web browsing. AT&T's mMode service lets you receive and send emails, read news headlines, get sports scores, download games and ringtones, and more. Traditional text messaging, as well as picture and sound messaging are also supported by the phone. T9 text entry, which is a technology that makes it easier for people to enter words and text on handsets, is built into the unit-- a plus for mobile email and text messaging users.
A number of handy software tools are bundled with the GU87 including a voice memo recorder, a calculator, a calendar and an alarm clock. The GU87 supports the SyncML PC synchronization standard via infrared, meaning it can connect to an infrared-capable PC to manage and synchronize contacts, calendar and other data.
Imaging and Entertainment
With the GU87's built-in camera, you can take and send pictures via MMS or transfer them to your computer via infrared. The camera features a 2x digital zoom for close-up shots. For mobile gamers, the phone supports games written on the Java platform. One game, Herding Sheep, ships with the phone and more are available via the mMode service.
Vital Statistics
The Panasonic GU87 weighs 3.63 ounces and measures 3.84 x 1.93 x 0.91 inches. Its lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 5 hours of digital talk time, and up to 150 hours of digital standby time. It runs on the GSM/GPRS 900/1800/1900 frequencies. The phone comes with a one year limited warranty.
What's in the Box
Panasonic GU87 handset, battery charger, lithium-ion battery.
